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Mental Health and Wellness Topics
Faith and spirituality may play a major role in coping with cancer, blood disorders and other serious illnesses. Chaplains are trained to help patients and families of all beliefs.
The number one reason Americans today seek medical attention is pain according to the National Institute of Health. In fact, pain is a more common condition than diabetes, heart disease, and cancer combined.
Tips for Getting Ready for Mental Health Sunday By Rev. Leah Robberts-Mosser, Community UCC, Champaign, Illinois and Dr. Ken Gilbert, psychiatrist
"Let's Talk! Breaking the Silence around Mental Illness in Our Communities of Faith" is a four-part series for small groups written so that anyone who has skill in facilitating a small group discussion can lead it. The Leader Guide helps those leading by giving important background information.
A collection of poems, articles, and other writings to support and acknowledge veterans.
of Toolkits and Content Suggestions for Faith and Cultural Leaders, Faith and Family Friendly Media, and Entertainment Creators. Encouraging Conversations about Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders
Transforming the understanding and treatment of mental illnesses.
Te National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention convened a panel of leading suicide experts, youth influencers, and people with firsthand experience with suicide to discuss how social media is being used to reach teens in crisis.
Consejos para personas que viven con una enfermedad mental y para sus familiares y amigos
A sample bulletin for a Mental Health Sunday Service from the United Church of Christ Mental Health Network
Faith-based treatment is offered by rehab facilities which promote spiritual exercises and religious practices for healing and recovery.
A quarterly resource newsletter that provides resources to erase the stigma of mental illness in our faith communities and create caring congregations for persons living with mental health challenges and their families.
The Role of Faith Communities in Suicide Prevention: A Guidebook for Faith Leaders
This toolkit provides resources for pastors and their boards/councils to navigate the difficult situation in which a pastor may need a leave of absence for mental health challenges.
Spirituality and religion are important to health and mental health and should be included in ‐ not excluded from ‐ healthcare services that strive to be holistic and culturally competent.
This handout contains helpful information for Faith Leaders on observable signs, communication, suicide, and referral to help someone suffering from mental illness.
Clergy can burn out for many reasons, but they and their congregations can take steps toward healing.
Common Prayer for Those Affected by Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders
Cómo pueden responder las congregaciones. Guía de recursos/estudio para el clero y las comunidades de fe
Using Autoethnography to Reflect Theologically on a Journey of Friendship and Mental Health Problems
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